Here is a refreshing dessert that is vegan and paleo friendly. A great dessert to enjoy during the summer without heating up the house. Of course, you can make it all year round. Lindsay Cotter shares how to create this dessert and she also shares how to make it without the alcohol. A great hostess gift in a basket with … Read More ...
Archives for July 2016
Button Cookie
Do you know someone that sews or maybe the little girl in your life is a big fan of Lalaloopsy? We love “Coraline” the movie and these buttons remind me of the button eyes world. These cookies are cute and Manjula Bharath at Desi Fiesta didn’t use any fancy cookie cutter. She created these using items that you probably already … Read More ...
Virgin Strawberry Mojito
Have you ever gone out and wanted a cocktail, but not the alcohol? Maybe I’m the only weird one. I love the sound of some cocktails and the flavors sound really good, but I’m just not in the mood for alcohol. Ela at Ela Bella World has created a virgin Strawberry mojito to serve all your guests. You could always … Read More ...
How To Make Eggs on Garlic Bread Toast
Eggs and toast is nothing new. I never thought to make toast out of leftover garlic bread. I hate to waste food, and big on finding creative ways to use leftovers. Anina from Aninas Recipes was inspired to use leftover garlic bread as her toast one morning. Such a simple idea, I never thought of before. Next time I have … Read More ...
Caipirinha Sorbet
Caipirinha is the national cocktail of Brazil. If you are having a Olympics viewing with your friends, you could create this Caipirinha Sorbet by Eileen at Baking Sense. It is made with an ice cream maker, but that is no problem because you could make it Caipirinha granita instead. Either way it will be a nice cool treat to celebrate … Read More ...
Chocolate Truffle Raspberries
I would probably have to buy extra raspberries, because I would end up eating the raspberries while melting the chocolate. This is a cute dessert that would be perfect for a small gathering. Otherwise, you could drizzle the chocolate truffle over the top of the raspberries as suggested by Kari at Get Inspired Everyday! for a bigger crowd.
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How to Make a Mermaid Cake
Here is a cute little mermaid cake that you can make for a mermaid themed or sea themed party. Jennifer Tammy at Sugar, Spice and Glitter shares how to frost the cake to look like mermaid scales. This is an easy decorating technique that you and your little mermaid can do together.
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Harry Potter Inspired Acid Pops
If you aren’t a Harry Potter fan, these pops sound like something terrible and you need to warn everyone to stay away. With Harry Potter’s birthday and the new book coming out tomorrow, you may want to surprise your Potter fan with these pops. An item found in the candy shop that Harry and his friends would visit. Sarah at … Read More ...
The Best Veggie Sandwich
I don’t know about you, but there is nothing like a cucumber or tomato sandwich on a hot day in the summer. In the summer and many days throughout the year, I just don’t feel like eating meat and a salad just doesn’t sound filling enough. This veggie sandwich by Lindsay at the Live-In Kitchen sounds like the perfect solution. … Read More ...
Greek Yogurt and Honey Mini Berry Muffins
I’m so excited to finally go blueberry picking this weekend. I’ll have to make sure to hide some berries to bake with. These healthy muffins by Sherri at The Well Floured Kitchen, will be perfect for breakfast or a snack in the afternoon. I’ll have to make an extra batch to freeze for those busy school weeks.
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Butterbeer Sandwich Cookies
Tomorrow Harry Potter fans will be celebrating his birthday and finding a corner to read the new book. Of course, you need to have some snacks to enjoy while reading or maybe you are planning a party to celebrate. You will want to make these butterbeer sandwich cookies for this big day. Emily Hill from Is This Really My Life … Read More ...
Freezer Breakfast Burritos
For give me for saying the “s” word…school, but it is that time of year again. It is such a bittersweet word. You are sad because that means summer is coming to an end and yet happy because you are ready for structure and schedules. Except for my husband, we are not morning people. So breakfast needs to be easy, … Read More ...
Cajuzinho (Almond Fudge)
Despite the negative media surrounding the Summer Olympics, I am really excited to see the athletes from around the world competing. Looking forward to seeing some past Olympians making a comeback and seeing how the new Olympians will do. To get you in the mood for the Olympics, here is one of several recipes found in Brazil to enjoy while … Read More ...
No Bake Banana Cream Pudding Cheesecake
Ashley at Spoonful of Flavor speaks my language! She has three of my favorite words in one recipe. no bake, banana cream pudding, and cheesecake. This is one dessert I would be happy to sink my teeth into. This is the perfect dessert for summer, because it doesn’t heat up your house and of course cheesecake.
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Mini Lasagnas
I love lasagna! It is one of my favorite comfort foods in the fall and winter. Sometimes I have a craving for lasagna in the summer, but I really don’t want to make a large pan in the summer. These mini lasagnas made in muffin tins, may be the solution to help with the cravings. Liza from Salu Salo shares … Read More ...